About Our Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors is comprised of lodging industry leaders from across the state. These elected individuals operate various types and sizes of properties, bringing their unique perspectives to the association. The Board of Directors meets quarterly to fulfill our mission and to ensure the policies of the organization are meeting the needs of its members.
Get Involved
Board Members are recruited by current WHLA leaders and elected at the WHLA Annual Meeting, as well as throughout the year if vacancies arise. The Nominations Committee recommends candidates to the Board for approval, emphasizing individuals with a combination of industry experience and demonstrated commitment to WHLA. For many directors, the first step to establishing this commitment is by joining Committees or Task Forces.
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE |
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Chair
Rory Madsen
Gordon Lodge |
Chair-Elect
Amy Boston
Aimbridge Hospitality |
Vice Chair
Victor Ravago
Bravo Hospitality Group |
Secretary/Treasurer
Krissy Sigmund
Chula Vista Resort, Trademark Collection by Wyndham |
Past Chair
Jay Schumerth
Retired |
Advocacy Delegate
Katie Neufeld
Kimpton Journeyman Hotel |
DEI Delegate
Amy Supple
The Edgewater |
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LODGING DIRECTORS |
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Sara Abbott
Metropolis Resort |
Ryan Batley
Best Western Premier Bridgewood Resort Hotel & Conference Center |
Justin Behling
Wild Eagle Lodge |
Michael Carstedt
The Stella Hotel & Ballroom |
John Chastan
Kalahari Resort Convention Center & Waterpark |
Kevin Gallagher
Marcus Hotels & Resorts |
Jason Hager, CHA
Tundra Lodge Resort & Waterpark |
Nick Johnson
First Hospitality |
Randy Kliment
Aileron Management |
Cory Latourell, CHA
Hotel Marshfield |
Missy LeBelle
High Point Inn |
Brandon McConnell
DLLR Management |
Erin McDonald
Geronimo Hospitality Group |
Tonya Prosser
Village Inn on the Lake |
Larry Robe
The Knickerbocker on the Lake Hotel |
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Ben Sanness
Radisson Hotel La Crosse |
Randee Talwar
Days Inn & Suites Madison |
Sheryl Tharman
Red Crown Lodge |
Jonathan Webster
Geronimo Hospitality Group |
Todd Winkler
Wisco Hotel Group |
Aaron Wolf, CHA
Comfort Suites Green Bay |
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ASSOCIATE DIRECTORS |
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Mike Balistrieri
Fox Valley Technical College |
Kim Brown
KLB Insurance |
Cindy Lapidakis
Royal Basket Trucks |
Scott Schultz
Zucchetti North America |
Carmen Smalley
MATC - Milwaukee |
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EX-OFFICIO |
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President & CEO
Bill Elliott, CAE
Wisconsin Hotel & Lodging Association |
Student Director
Noah Rosenberger
UW - Stout School of Hospitality |
Honorary Director
Steve Marcus
Marcus Corporation |
If you are interested in being considered for a position on the Board of Directors or would like to volunteer for an open committee or task force, please fill out our form or email [email protected].
